scowl
UK/skaul/US
GREC2
Definitions
n.
An angry or disapproving frown; a sullen or threatening expression on the face
怒容，愁眉苦脸，阴沉的表情
v.
To frown in an angry or disapproving way; to look sullen or threatening
皱眉怒视，绷着脸
Root Breakdown
Native Englishscowlother
=scowl
Common Collocations
- 1.wear a scowl面带怒容
- 2.a dark scowl阴沉的怒容
- 3.scowl of disapproval不满的怒视
- 4.[deep scowl]深深的皱眉
Example Sentences
- 1.
She greeted the rude customer with a scowl and crossed arms.
- 2.
The teacher's scowl silenced the noisy classroom in an instant.
- 3.
He wore a permanent scowl that made him look unapproachable to strangers.